NISSAN SILVIA (2015)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 67 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
67
Avg Mileage
95,503 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,717
Is the 2015 NISSAN SILVIA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the NISSAN brand average of 81%.
At 9 years old, 94% of NISSAN SILVIAs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 67 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 95,503 miles.
How does the 2015 NISSAN SILVIA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2015 NISSAN SILVIA has 95,503 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a NISSAN SILVIA?
The most reliable year is the 2017 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 82%. The 2015 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2015 NISSAN SILVIA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
NISSAN SILVIA by Year
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About the 2015 NISSAN SILVIA
The 2015 NISSAN SILVIA is a family car with a 1995cc petrol engine. 67 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2015 cars for reliability.
With an average of 95,503 miles at 9 years old, NISSAN SILVIA owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2015 NISSAN SILVIA Fuel Costs
The 1995cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2015 NISSAN SILVIA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,717 (£143/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
NISSAN SILVIA Reliability Trend
The NISSAN SILVIA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2015 NISSAN SILVIA
At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2017 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. Note: with only 67 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2015 NISSAN SILVIA
The NISSAN SILVIA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (-16%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2013) 72% pass rate (-22%) from 84,989 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2015) 88% pass rate (-6%) from 61,659 tests
- MERCEDES C (2014) 85% pass rate (-9%) from 54,729 tests